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AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based 4.2 B Describe the Relationship Between the Impulse Exerted on an Object or a System and the Change in Momentum of the Questions

Apply the impulse–momentum theorem to connect force and interaction time with vector momentum changes, final speeds and collision outcomes.

Syllabus
Effective Fall 2024
Course
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based

Exam points

  • calculate vector impulse or momentum change from mass and initial and final velocities
  • use signed force-time area to determine final momentum, speed or direction
  • solve average net force or interaction time from a known momentum change
  • integrate or interpret force and rate-of-momentum graphs to track momentum over time
  • infer momentum change from velocity-time, position-time or acceleration-time data

AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based 4.2 B Describe the Relationship Between the Impulse Exerted on an Object or a System and the Change in Momentum of the Questions question 1

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(12 points, suggested time 25 minutes)
A student hangs a spring of unknown spring constant k vertically by attaching one end to a stand, as shown in Figure 1. The other end of the spring has a small loop from which small cylinders can be hung. In addition to the spring, the student has access only to a variety of cylinders of unknown masses, a stopwatch, and a digital scale.

Do the data from the velocity-time graph confirm your estimation from part (c)(ii) ? Briefly explain.

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